Making a Case for Self-Directed Learning

June 24, 2009

There are a number of substantial reasons for implementing self-directed learning in the corporate world.
First, as adults employees know best what they need to learn, whether it’s for their current job or overall career development. Adults engage in learning opportunities in order to help them resolve issues and problems they face in their daily lives. [...]

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What is Self-Directed Learning?

June 24, 2009

Self-directed learning is not a new concept. In fact, much has been written about it. Unfortunately, however, it is a notion that has a variety of interpretations and applications in the corporate training arena. Typical, narrow interpretations involve simply giving learners some sort of choice in their learning. For example, allowing learners to select one [...]

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A New Paradigm For Learning Is Needed: Self-Directed Learning

June 24, 2009

Several years ago, I facilitated a series of training programs for a client. On my first visit, the training coordinator, Sharon (not her real name), shared the story of Charles (not his real name), who steadfastly refused to voluntarily attend company sponsored training programs. When asked why he never attended training, his reply was, “If [...]

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